Athletic Performance Coach

Job Title:  Athletic Performance Coach

Division:  Athletics

Evaluation Group:  Staff

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Reports To:  Assistant Athletic Director, Athletic Performance

Positions Supervised:  N/A  

The athletic performance coach is responsible for the development and management of strength and conditioning programs for both male and female student-athletes participating in the intercollegiate athletics program. The coach is also responsible for coordinating and managing all athletic performance fundraising activities. 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Job Responsibilities and Execution

• Designs, develops, implements, and evaluates evidence- and scientific-based strength and conditioning programs for athletic teams
• Researches and teaches resistance training as well as strength, speed, and agility techniques
• Educates athletes on proper nutrition and recovery
• Maintains and shares knowledge of typical injuries and their prevention
• Complies with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and all conference and university requirements, policies, and procedures
• Plans, supervises, and coordinates all fundraising activities and events
• Maintains performance evaluation records and promptly communicates results with coaching staff
• Assists with supervision of Fitness Center and addresses issues to minimize risk and maintain safe working environment
• Expands professional competence/knowledge base through professional development

Service Excellence

• Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence
• Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values – integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and teamwork
• Provides guidance, support, and quarterly evaluations for interns and volunteers

Communication, Teamwork, and Collaboration

• Fully understands and complies with department’s core values and mission statement
• Communicates frequently with supervisor regarding health/physical development of the student-athlete
• Promptly reports and responds to inquiries and assignments
• Develops a seamless line of communication with the team’s certified athletic trainer to develop effective return-to-play protocols
• Provides input on training theories and methodology
• Shares fundraising/event updates at departmental meetings; collaborates with personnel to promote said events to the University and surrounding community
• Gives at least one continuing education presentation annually

Job may require other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications – An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position.

• Bachelor’s Degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field
• Master’s Degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field preferred
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) though the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA) 
• Minimum of 2 years’ working as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Knowledge in all facets of strength and conditioning
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Excellent supervisory skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and community
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and creativity skills
• Ability and desire to take initiative

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job’s functions.  Please click here to view Lindenwood University’s flexible work designation descriptions.

• General office setting
• Fitness Center setting
• Morning and evening work
• Non-Standard Flex

Physical Abilities – The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to work effectively at a computer for up to eight hours daily
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift, squat, bend, stand, and run
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function